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SECP Proposes Rs5 Million Housing Loan Limit in Pakistan
SECP Proposes Rs5 Million Housing Loan Limit in Pakistan 1672 941 D. I. Khan New City

SECP Proposes Rs5 Million Housing Loan Limit in Pakistan

Pakistan’s housing finance landscape could see an important regulatory change as the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has proposed increasing the maximum financing limit for housing and microenterprise loans to Rs5 million. According to the SECP announcement issued on September 29, 2026, the proposed amendments apply to financing through non-banking microfinance companies and…

House Construction Cost Planning Where Does Your Budget Go
House Construction Cost Planning Where Does Your Budget Go 1672 941 D. I. Khan New City

House Construction Cost Planning Where Does Your Budget Go

Building your own home is exciting, but the financial side can become complicated very quickly. Many people begin with a rough construction estimate and assume that it represents the complete cost of their house. In reality, house construction cost planning involves several stages, from structural work and utilities to finishing, fixtures and landscaping. A realistic…

Recent Floods in Pakistan 2026
Recent Floods in Pakistan 2026 1672 941 D. I. Khan New City

Recent Floods in Pakistan 2026

Pakistan is once again facing the destructive consequences of monsoon rains, flash floods, urban flooding and weather-related disasters in 2026. From mountainous areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan to communities in Punjab, Sindh, Balochistan and Azad Jammu & Kashmir, this year’s monsoon season has affected lives, homes, livestock and infrastructure. According to the National Disaster…

14 August Pakistan Independence Day The Spirit of Freedom
14 August Pakistan Independence Day The Spirit of Freedom 1672 941 D. I. Khan New City

14 August Pakistan Independence Day The Spirit of Freedom

Every year, 14 August Pakistan Independence Day fills the country with green and white. Pakistani flags decorate homes, streets and buildings, while patriotic songs remind us of the journey that created our homeland. Yet Independence Day means far more than celebrations, fireworks and flags. Behind this historic occasion lies a story of political struggle, determination,…

Floods in Pakistan 2025 Impact Causes and Safety Precautions
Floods in Pakistan 2025 Impact, Causes and Safety Precautions 1672 941 D. I. Khan New City

Floods in Pakistan 2025 Impact, Causes and Safety Precautions

Floods have become one of Pakistan’s most frequent and destructive natural disasters. Every monsoon season brings the risk of overflowing rivers, flash floods, urban flooding, landslides and damage to homes, crops and public infrastructure. Pakistan’s geography makes the country particularly vulnerable. The Indus River system, mountainous northern regions, densely populated floodplains and rapidly expanding cities…

SupernetGlobal expands into Africa with its first satellite connectivity deployment in Tanzania, aiming to bridge the digital divide...
SupernetGlobal delivers satellite connectivity in Africa 2560 1707 D. I. Khan New City

SupernetGlobal delivers satellite connectivity in Africa

SupernetGlobal has taken a significant step in its global growth strategy by launching its first satellite-based connectivity project in Africa. This milestone marks the company’s entry into a new market, reinforcing its commitment to expanding digital infrastructure in underserved regions. The deployment in Tanzania highlights the growing importance of satellite technology in bridging connectivity gaps…

Pakistan faces a historic fuel price hike as petrol reaches Rs458/litre and diesel Rs520. Explore causes, subsidies, inflation impact,
Pakistan Announces Historic Fuel Price Increase 1408 768 D. I. Khan New City

Pakistan Announces Historic Fuel Price Increase

Pakistan is witnessing an unprecedented surge in fuel prices as the government officially raises petrol to Rs458 per litre and diesel to Rs520 per litre. This marks one of the highest increases in the country’s history, with petrol rising by Rs137 and diesel by Rs184 overnight. The decision comes after the government withdrew blanket fuel…

Over 300 5G Sites Activated Across Pakistan
Over 300 5G Sites Activated Across Pakistan 1792 592 D. I. Khan New City

Over 300 5G Sites Activated Across Pakistan

Pakistan has taken a significant step toward next-generation connectivity. Telecom companies have activated more than 300 5G sites across the country, marking the beginning of the nation’s 5G rollout. According to officials from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), several 5G sites are now active near important government buildings and central locations in Islamabad. Key areas…

Why Gold Prices Are Decreasing in Pakistan?
Why Gold Prices Are Decreasing in Pakistan? 1500 500 D. I. Khan New City

Why Gold Prices Are Decreasing in Pakistan?

Gold has always been considered a safe investment in Pakistan. For decades, people have trusted it during economic uncertainty. However, recent trends show that gold prices in Pakistan have started to decline. This has surprised many investors and buyers. Understanding the reasons behind this decline is important. Several global and local factors influence gold prices…

Pakistan’s 5G Spectrum Assignment Enters Second Round
Pakistan’s 5G Spectrum Assignment Enters Second Round 2560 1707 D. I. Khan New City

Pakistan’s 5G Spectrum Assignment Enters Second Round

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has moved Pakistan’s 5G spectrum assignment process into the second round of bidding. The step came after telecom operators showed strong interest in specific spectrum positions. Three major telecom companies—Jazz, Ufone, and Zong—placed bids to secure preferred placements in the 2600 MHz band, a key frequency range for future 5G…

JK Foundation Emergency Relief in Paharpur (D. I. Khan)
JK Foundation Emergency Relief in Paharpur (D. I. Khan) 1536 1024 D. I. Khan New City

JK Foundation Emergency Relief in Paharpur (D. I. Khan)

A sudden canal breach in Kachi Kathgarh, Paharpur (D. I. Khan) has caused widespread flooding in surrounding villages. Homes, livestock, and crops have been damaged and many families are currently displaced and in urgent need of food, clean water, and basic supplies. JK Foundation is on the ground responding immediately — distributing emergency food, clean…

5G Mobile Devices to Hit Pakistani Market Soon A New Digital Era Begins
5G Mobile Devices to Hit Pakistani Market Soon A New Digital Era Begins 2000 1333 D. I. Khan New City

5G Mobile Devices to Hit Pakistani Market Soon A New Digital Era Begins

Pakistan is preparing for a major technological leap. With the upcoming 5G spectrum auction scheduled for March 10, 2026, the government is aligning policy, industry, and infrastructure to introduce 5G-compatible mobile devices across the country. This move is not just about faster internet. Instead, it marks the beginning of a new digital era that will…

The Importance of Ramadan Kareem and the Rewards of Fasting
The Importance of Ramadan Kareem and the Rewards of Fasting 2560 1280 D. I. Khan New City

The Importance of Ramadan Kareem and the Rewards of Fasting

Ramadan Kareem is far more than a month of fasting. Instead, it represents a sacred period of mercy, reflection, and spiritual elevation. Every year, Muslims around the world welcome Ramadan with hope and gratitude. During this blessed time, believers fast from dawn to sunset. However, fasting is only one dimension of its deeper purpose. Above…

Gold Prices Recover Ahead of Crucial US Inflation Report
Gold Prices Recover Ahead of Crucial US Inflation Report 1000 500 D. I. Khan New City

Gold Prices Recover Ahead of Crucial US Inflation Report

Gold prices bounced back on Friday after slipping to a near one-week low, as investors turned their attention to upcoming US inflation data. The recovery comes amid heightened market volatility and shifting expectations around Federal Reserve interest rate decisions. Spot gold climbed 0.6% to $4,949.99 per ounce, recovering from Thursday’s sharp decline. However, the metal…

Basant A Festival of Flying Hopes and Cultural Revival
Basant A Festival of Flying Hopes and Cultural Revival 3168 1344 D. I. Khan New City

Basant A Festival of Flying Hopes and Cultural Revival

Basant marks the arrival of spring and represents renewal, hope, and fresh beginnings. The word Basant comes from Sanskrit and Hindi and connects deeply with Punjabi culture. Yellow, the colour of life and prosperity, defines the spirit of this festival. As winter ends, nature awakens. The weather turns pleasant. People feel lighter and step outside…

Pakistan Promotes Mineral Sector as a New Growth Engine in Pak–China Cooperation
Pakistan Promotes Mineral Sector as a New Growth Engine in Pak–China Cooperation 2560 1280 D. I. Khan New City

Pakistan Promotes Mineral Sector as a New Growth Engine in Pak–China Cooperation

Pakistan has positioned its mineral sector as a key driver of future economic growth. At the same time, it aims to deepen long-term cooperation with China. This vision was highlighted at the Pak–China Mineral Cooperation Forum held in Islamabad. The event brought together policymakers, diplomats, and industry leaders from both countries. Notably, the forum coincided…

Pakistan’s IT sector is rapidly emerging as a leading export industry
Pakistan’s IT sector is rapidly emerging as a leading export industry 1000 398 D. I. Khan New City

Pakistan’s IT sector is rapidly emerging as a leading export industry

In December 2025, Pakistan recorded its highest-ever monthly IT exports at $437 million, reflecting a 22.7% increase month-on-month and a 25% rise year-on-year. During the first half of FY26, IT exports reached $2.2 billion, marking 20% growth compared to the same period last year. What Is Pakistan Exporting? Pakistan’s IT exports mainly include: Software development…

Pakistan Issues Nationwide Alert Over Rising WhatsApp Account Hijackings
Pakistan Issues Nationwide Alert Over Rising WhatsApp Account Hijackings 2560 1112 D. I. Khan New City

Pakistan Issues Nationwide Alert Over Rising WhatsApp Account Hijackings

 Pakistan’s National Cyber Emergency Response Team (National CERT) has issued a nationwide alert after a sharp rise in WhatsApp account hijacking incidents. Recently, cyber criminals have begun targeting users across all demographics. As a result, the threat has become a serious national cyber security concern. Notably, attackers are not exploiting technical weaknesses in WhatsApp.…

5G Spectrum Update: PTA Finalizes Information Memorandum for Auction
5G Spectrum Update: PTA Finalizes Information Memorandum for Auction 1000 332 D. I. Khan New City

5G Spectrum Update: PTA Finalizes Information Memorandum for Auction

 Pakistan has taken a major step toward next-generation connectivity as the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has finalized the Information Memorandum (IM) for the upcoming 5G spectrum auction. This development clears an important regulatory stage and brings the country closer to launching 5G services. Sources confirm that the PTA will issue the IM shortly after…

Pakistan Public Holidays 2026 Complete List
Pakistan Public Holidays 2026 Complete List 1920 786 D. I. Khan New City

Pakistan Public Holidays 2026 Complete List

Planning ahead becomes easier when you know exactly when the public holidays fall. The Pakistan Public Holidays 2026 calendar includes national days, religious festivals, bank holidays, and observances that impact businesses, schools, and travel plans across the country. Whether you’re organizing work schedules, planning vacations, or managing business operations, this complete guide to Pakistan’s public…

Arif Habib Consortium Wins PIA Privatisation Bid for Rs135 Billion
Arif Habib Consortium Wins PIA Privatisation Bid for Rs135 Billion 1920 786 D. I. Khan New City

Arif Habib Consortium Wins PIA Privatisation Bid for Rs135 Billion

Pakistan reached a major milestone as the Arif Habib Consortium won the privatisation bid for Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) with a record offer of Rs135 billion. This deal marks the government’s second attempt to privatise the national carrier and could reshape Pakistan’s aviation sector. The bidding process took place live and attracted strong national attention.…

TikTok Launches Self-Serve Advertising in Pakistan to Empower S.B
TikTok Launches Self-Serve Advertising in Pakistan to Empower S.B 1000 667 D. I. Khan New City

TikTok Launches Self-Serve Advertising in Pakistan to Empower S.B

TikTok has officially launched its self-serve advertising platform in Pakistan, marking a major milestone for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) looking to grow digitally. With the introduction of TikTok For Business Ads Manager, local entrepreneurs can now run advertising campaigns directly on the platform — without needing advanced marketing expertise or large budgets. This move…

Pakistan’s First Driverless Car Marks a New Era in AI Innovation
Pakistan’s First Driverless Car Marks a New Era in AI Innovation 1000 424 D. I. Khan New City

Pakistan’s First Driverless Car Marks a New Era in AI Innovation

Pakistan has taken a major leap toward the future of mobility. Engineers at NED University of Engineering and Technology have successfully conducted the test drive of the country’s first AI-powered driverless car, setting a groundbreaking milestone in Pakistan’s technology and automotive sectors. During the trial run, the autonomous vehicle moved smoothly across the NED campus…

13 NICs Launched Across Pakistan to Accelerate Startup Growth
13 NICs Launched Across Pakistan to Accelerate Startup Growth 2560 1703 D. I. Khan New City

13 NICs Launched Across Pakistan to Accelerate Startup Growth

Pakistan’s startup landscape is entering a new era of opportunity, innovation, and growth. In a major step toward strengthening the country’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) and the Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) have jointly established 13 new National Incubation Centers (NICs) under the National Expansion Plan (NEP). This expansion…

Minhaj University Expands to D. I. Khan New City
Minhaj University Expands to D.I. Khan New City 2560 1707 D. I. Khan New City

Minhaj University Expands to D.I. Khan New City

Minhaj University Lahore (MUL) has taken a remarkable step toward educational progress with the groundbreaking of its new campus in D. I. Khan New City. This historic milestone marks the beginning of a new era in higher education for South Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Prof. Dr. Hussain Mohi-ud-Din Qadri, Deputy Chairman of the Minhaj University Board of…

Meta AI announces Urdu language support
Meta AI announces Urdu language support 1000 667 D. I. Khan New City

Meta AI announces Urdu language support

Pakistan has taken a major step toward digital innovation. The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT), in partnership with Meta, has launched the Artificial Intelligence Education and Government Digital Transformation Program. The initiative will strengthen AI education, digital literacy, and public sector innovation across the country. It aligns with the Prime Minister’s Digital Nation…

Cellular Users
Pakistan’s Cellular Users Decline for Third Straight Month Despite 4G Growth 700 466 D. I. Khan New City

Pakistan’s Cellular Users Decline for Third Straight Month Despite 4G Growth

Pakistan’s telecom industry has witnessed a consistent dip in mobile subscribers for the third consecutive month, as the total number of cellular users fell from 196.860 million in August 2025 to 196.194 million by the end of September 2025, according to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA). The decline follows a trend that began after June…

Environmental Challenges in Pakistan
Environmental Challenges in Pakistan 1024 683 D. I. Khan New City

Environmental Challenges in Pakistan

Pakistan faces many environmental problems that are now affecting daily life. Rapid population growth, urbanization, and careless use of natural resources have damaged the country’s ecosystem. From polluted air to unsafe drinking water, these issues are harming people’s health and the economy. This article explains the main environmental challenges in Pakistan, their effects, and what…

Pakistan’s Strategic Move into the Digital Economy
Pakistan’s Strategic Move into the Digital Economy 4096 2344 D. I. Khan New City

Pakistan’s Strategic Move into the Digital Economy

Pakistan has taken a groundbreaking step in the realm of financial technology with the incorporation of the Strategic Digital Wallet Company, a state-owned enterprise (SOE) designed to manage and safeguard government-owned virtual assets. Furthermore, this initiative comes in line with the newly introduced Virtual Asset Ordinance 2025, which provides a clear and structured framework for…

Pakistan’s Melting Glaciers Technology as a Lifeline Against Climate Change
Pakistan’s Melting Glaciers Technology as a Lifeline Against Climate Change 2560 1434 D. I. Khan New City

Pakistan’s Melting Glaciers Technology as a Lifeline Against Climate Change

The recent flooding in Gilgit-Baltistan highlights the devastating impact of climate change on Pakistan’s fragile mountain ecosystems. Glacial melt is accelerating, triggering flash floods, landslides, and widespread destruction. But this is not just a northern issue — from Karachi to Lahore, extreme weather events are disrupting lives, damaging infrastructure, and straining communities. Pakistan is facing…

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